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- Being Real - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Chris HammerAfter a meeting with a client today I was struck at how positive my mood was. I reflected on why this was, and I came to the conclusion that it really boiled down to authenticity: to the opportunity for both of us to just ‘be real’. We both took advantage of that space that coaching affords – ...
Views: 2288(2 votes) - Surround Yourself with the Right People - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerI ran into some old friends last weekend, and immediately I felt a new sense of energy – catching my ‘second wind’ after a rather tiring morning. I think this happened for two reasons: one, simply because I was happy to see them, and two, because they’re very successful. I won’t get into the ...
Views: 1188(1 vote) - Stress Management and the Art of Being - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerI sat down to write this article today and I experienced a bit of a block – which ironically caused me some stress. And as I struggled with how to formulate the topic, I began to think about the process of writing itself, and how it might feel to actually ‘be a writer’ – to derive great natural ...
Views: 1131(1 vote) - Are You In The Habit Of Showing Up? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerI’ve recently been trying to get ahold of someone to come and take a look at a problem I’m having with my roof. I’ve left three messages with this particular company, and none have been returned. Similarly, a few months ago I needed to get a potential moisture problem in my basement looked at. I ...
Views: 2278(2 votes) - Common Mistakes in Leadership and Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerLeadership skills and relationship development are two of the biggest themes I see in my coaching practice. This article is about two of the most common mistakes (and remedies) I see in these areas: A common mistake I see with new leaders is that they too often try to jump in too quickly ...
Views: 1225(1 vote) - Focus on the “Motivators” - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Fabienne FredricksonThe mistake that most self-employed people in private practice looking for clients make is that they tell people about what they think they do, instead of the results the client wants to receive. The problem is, people don’t necessarily want a journey; they want a direct route to a solution. ...
Views: 1214 - Reverse Phone Directory - How To Use It Effectively - 1114 - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Dmytro FedosevAll of us know pretty well what a telephone directory is as we happen to use it quite often both offline and online. Do you know what a reverse phone directory is? A conventional phone directory helps you to find out contact details of a person or a company by their name. On the contrary, a ...
Views: 1376 - Mindfulness for Stress Reduction and Better Sleep - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerThere seems to be a lot written about mindfulness lately, and so I’ve sort of steered away from the topic. But I was reminded again recently about how important a topic it really is: how one simple practice can make such a difference to one’s well-being. I have a friend who has been ...
Views: 1786(3 votes) - Making Sense of Your Own Spiritual Development - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerYou’re likely reading this article because you’ve been thinking about your own spiritual development, or because you’ve had some sort of spiritual experience that’s made you look more closely at the topic. Or maybe you’re just interested in spirituality just for the sake of interest. In any ...
Views: 1722(1 vote) - Just Keep Trying - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerThomas Edison once said, “Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up”. Think about the meaning of that statement for a moment. Really. Imagine pouring hours upon hours of effort and hope into something important to you – then ...
Views: 1251(1 vote) - Know Thyself - And Adjust Accordingly - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerWe've all likely seen the Latin aphorism, "Nosce Te Ipsum" on the plaque sitting on the bookshelf in our doctor's office - or even hanging over the Oracle's door in "The Matrix" (thanks to Wikipedia for that). Or if not, we've almost certainly heard time and again the English translation, "Know ...
Views: 1429(1 vote) - How To Be More Influential - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Chris HammerAre you in a position to influence others – at work, at home, in your community? Is having influence important to your position or cause (as a manager, parent, or someone with a vision who’s trying to create something better)? Do the ways in which you exert your influence tend to work well; and ...
Views: 1268(1 vote) - Be A Mentor And Share Your Wisdom - by Submitted on May 27, 2012 from Chris HammerI’d like to say that when I was younger I knew exactly what I was doing with my life and where I was going – but the truth is that in the early years I really just sort of ‘wandered about’ without any clear direction or defined goals. And I do believe that some of the paths I did have in mind ...
Views: 1065(1 vote) - Coaching Skills for Leaders (The Nuts and Bolts) - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerResearch has shown that people perform at higher levels when they are coached as opposed to “managed”. So, you might be asking, what is coaching, in a nutshell? What are some of the tools I can use as a leader? How, specifically, do I have a “coaching” conversation? Coaching is about ...
Views: 1374(1 vote) - Better Communication Equals More Effective Leadership - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerWhen I started coaching some time back, I made it my mission to absorb as much information as I could about leadership (specifically in the areas of interpersonal effectiveness and good communication): devouring books on leadership models, leadership coaching, business, etc. I interviewed ...
Views: 1482(1 vote) - Love Unconditionally - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Bruce MillsMy Mom and Dad were married over 50 years and had a great marriage and strong love. They had a Relationship for Life until my dad passed away in 2008. I wrote a book in the honor of my dad and the life he lead, it is called Mills Way to Richer Living. He did what relationship excerpts and ...
Views: 1520 - Claim Your Leadership - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerYou are a leader. Stake your claim to what is yours. It’s very empowering to acknowledge, celebrate, and truly own all of the aspects of our existence. And each of us is a leader on some level: at home, at work, in the community… through formal or informal roles. Whether a CEO or a ...
Views: 2228(2 votes) - Does My Daughter Need Therapy? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Diana Weiss-WisdomDoes My Daughter Need Therapy? Dear Dr. Diana My twenty-five year old daughter is having a difficult time. She’s in graduate school in another state and when she recently came home for a visit, she seemed very depressed and unhappy. We try to talk with her but it’s really hard. She ...
Views: 1676(2 votes) - The Value of a Promise - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Jerry LewisSometimes the special touches that God provides are just what we need in the midst of a situation to let us know that He cares about us and is watching over our lives. It seemed like an easy request, so I said, "OK," without thinking. We had given each our sons a small ...
Views: 1339 - How is the BPO Industry Helping Businesses? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Blaine ZegerBusiness is getting tougher these days due to huge levels of competition. It's difficult to stay up to date with the latest ideas to save your company revenue, but luckily for us a great quantity of awesome money savers are overlooked. If you have ever ran a organization, you recognize that ...
Views: 751 - How to Repair Your Xbox 360 - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Willhemina JohnsonDoes the recurrent freezing of your Xbox 360 spoils your gaming experience? Are you looking for some tips on how to repair your Xbox 360? Well, here are some simple techniques that you can make use of in order to restore your Xbox 360 and enjoy your favourite games. These techniques do not ...
Views: 1136 - Christ Calls Pentecostals to Battle - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from John MeachamThis is a message from Jesus Christ to Pentecostal Churches. “I am the one who has the sharp two-edged sword. I know where you live, there in those cities where Satan has spread his reign. You are true to me, but I have these things against you. There are some among you who follow the teachings ...
Views: 677 - Using “Glance & Grab” to Perk Up Your PowerPoint - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Stephanie ScottiYouTube videos satirize them. Bestsellers criticize them. And we all dread them. I’m talking about those dense, badly organized, put-you-to-sleep PowerPoint presentations. Why do people keep plodding down the typical tedious PowerPoint path? Here are a few possible reasons: That’s the ...
Views: 1445 - Getting More Visitors with The Powerful Secret of "The Ordinary Marketer" - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Deny SaputraWeb sites are created with the aim of sharing and the provision of data within the target. The general principle in all successful web sites is that they attract visitors. Visitors is the essential aspect of all locations. Search engines and directories recommendations are very valuable ...
Views: 648(1 vote) - Daily Horoscope October 8, 2011 - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Dunnea RaeAries: Believing in yourself today can make all the difference, especially when a bold romantic or creative move is required. Taurus: A friend or organization may offer you an opportunity that gives you a chance to showcase your talents, especially teaching. Gemini: Express your creative ...
Views: 1040 - ***5 Steps for Delivering an Excellent Presentation -- Not a Perfect One! - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Nancy DanielsIf there is one thing that cannot happen in public speaking, it is the possibility of delivering a perfect presentation. What skills would you need to make your words or your manner of speaking perfect? Can you answer that honestly? Your presentation may be great; it may be excellent; it may ...
Views: 3265(3 votes) - Get Targeted Traffic By Using Search Engine Optimization Techniques - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from John WayneSEO, otherwise known as Search Engine Optimization is the best way to get targeted traffic to your site. SEM Media knows how important it is to have good traffic on your website in order to gain the profits you want and we know exactly how to make that happen. With so much competition for ...
Views: 295 - ***Ladies, Plagued With a Voice That Is Irritating? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWomen often wonder why men don’t listen. There are a number of possibilities, one of which could be that your voice is irritating. If you have a whiny, high-pitched, nasal sound that is reminiscent of a poorly-tuned violin, then the image you are projecting is definitely not one of warmth, ...
Views: 3577(3 votes) - ***Why Nervousness Increases Your Breathlessness in Public Speaking - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Nancy DanielsThere is no doubt that for many novice speakers, breathlessness is an annoying problem. It goes hand-in-hand with a voice that rises in pitch and a speed that goes faster and faster. None of these ‘qualities’ are beneficial in public speaking. Obviously, without air there is no voice. The ...
Views: 2966 - How To Repair My Marriage - Three Reasons Why You Will Want To Fix Your Marriage - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Robbie LeeThe words 'I Do' should be holy by all those who say it, there is no going back, and you should strive to be there for each other through thick and thin, and so forth. But what if your marriage is beyond mending, can you still consider the sanctity of marriage as sacred? Can you still fix your ...
Views: 1193 - Learn How to Earn money online Without investment and Risk. - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from srujana tiwariEverybody has the pursue to Earn Money Online. There are many ways in order to earn money online. Internet has become a trend setter and a magical trick in making money online for millions of people. Different strategies are involved in making money online. Like Easy and quick way, Dubious, ...
Views: 600 - Interesting Facts about Earning Money Online! - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from srujana tiwariTechnology myths, internet is like an amenity for setting a new businesses for million. But people believe to “get rich in a night” which is just a nightmare. Some want to earn money with out investment and look into a scenario where their need not to do anything. But their need a user-friendly ...
Views: 1516(1 vote) - The Perfect Way to Begin Your Maid of Honor Speeches - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Acaius LucetteWhen it comes to giving the perfect speech it can all begin within the first few words. Whether you want to keep them laughing or pull their heartstrings you’ll need an opening line that will be memorable and engaging. While there is no wrong or right way to begin this oh, so important task here ...
Views: 637 - Are you hiding behind your computer? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from janis pettitThree Offline Marketing Strategies that Work I know how easy it is for days to pass by and you’ve hardly spent a minute away from your computer. It’s easy to get caught up and even mesmerized by the onslaught of emails, information, requests, research, social media– even product creation and to ...
Views: 641 - Whatever the statements, smokeless cigarettes are here to stay! - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from James BradsonAfter over a little too long shelf lives, as well as endless debates by all the possible authorities declaring them to be banal, risky, dangerous, safe or not as wholesome since it's tall claims, smokeless cigarettes have found its niche audience and is here to stay for good. Smokeless ...
Views: 874 - ***Full-Time Employee PLUS Freelancer: The New American Career Path - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ford MyersIn addition to her full-time job, your co-worker is a beauty consultant in the evenings. Your husband, a CPA Monday through Friday, works at a gourmet food market on weekends. Your uncle, an engineer, coaches the high school soccer team every Fall and works at a Summer camp for one month each ...
Views: 1297 - Choosing Professionals for Ecommerce Website Design & Development - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Shubh MukherjiToday, technology is developing at an increasing pace and we are depending a lot upon its use. A very fine example is the E-commerce website with options for real-time shopping. Talk about purchasing accessories or booking travel tickets, most of us lay emphasis on using the Internet. Owing to ...
Views: 537(1 vote) - RESUME writing services for the professionals in the industry - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Reon KingResume Writing Services are available for every professional who wants to have a very good resume when he/she is applying for the job. A good resume conveys a good message to the employer about the candidate. The resumes came in the recent years as the trends changed people wanted to have more ...
Views: 811 - Keep up with the latest for your Jeep lifestyle and accessorize with our apparel and decor. - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Alejandra CollierThere's nothing quite like living the Jeep lifestyle and with our Jeep clothing and accessories, you are sure to look good wherever you go. Add a little flair to your wardrobe with our line of Jeep clothing. From shirts, tanks, sweaters and hats, you can let the world know that you are a die ...
Views: 478 - Few Tips and Tricks to Your Perfect Bathroom Lighting - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Austin KadianSo you are in a process of remodelling your home, perhaps the best way to enhance the beauty of your home is to achieve perfect lighting at the places where it is truly necessary. One of the places where you spend your leisure time is your bathroom. Bathroom ambience cannot be simply overlooked, ...
Views: 508 - The recognition of the small boots and beautiful down jacket - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rick LadukeHe mentioned I should not just consideration regarding the price. Although the colorful boots usually are not accepted by the Asian women, for this type of boots can expose their inadequate condition of legs. You may select out the proper winter months lower jacket for the boyfriend in ...
Views: 1013 - What Forms of Boots And Decrease Jacket Suit you Greatest - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rick LadukeIt is universal accepted that the boots are becoming more popular in the summer days. Generally speaking, sleeves should extend beyond long-sleeved garments by at least half an inch. This feature has determined it suits more little girls. Go to a department store and buy a designer down jacket, ...
Views: 1185 - EVIL EYE AND VEDIC ASTROLOGY - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Vinay Sheel SaxenaHave you ever thought about an evil eye at any stage in your life? Evil eye is a disgusting or a dirty look by someone which creates a real bad effect on your mind that you experience something worst in life. It makes you insecure and upset. The worst thoughts come in to your mind. You get ...
Views: 11899 - How To Create Impressive Advert Design To Improve Site Effectiveness - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ivan EvansEveryone is aware of the immense benefits that a website brings to any business. However, one biggest advantage is introduced by advert design that gets greater response and acts well for any website. Most advertising campaigns expand its reach to the larger audience while spreading the ...
Views: 427 - Revitalizing a Career - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rubel ZamanOne's career should have nothing in common with a dead battery. In fact, job security alone will not make someone happy. Satisfaction on the job comes when one is making a difference in what he or she particularly wants to do. How many times all of us have have had to do menial tasks that got us ...
Views: 559 - Do not find a job. Build a career - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rubel ZamanPolitical scientists, economists, and psychologists agree scarcity, profit, and alienated labour are obsolete. In the post-modern world, you must relinquish your job, honouring your "vocation" and finding a career instead. Across North America and Europe, jobs have grown frighteningly ...
Views: 593 - How helpful is that college degree for your career choice? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rubel ZamanMany parents plan on sending their children to college from the moment of birth. They begin with a college fund that allows them to set aside a certain amount annually to go towards helping their youngster when the time comes to enter the college of their choice. This is a long term commitment ...
Views: 610 - Concerned About Side Effects through Using tobacco: Attempt E Cigarettes! - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Chris WarneThe current examine on electronic cigarettes confirm that Asaro’s electric cigarettes satisfies the demands of one’s body from Nicotine but it correctly limits all the cancer causing components which are released in standard cigarette smoking. The risen wellness consciousness between individuals ...
Views: 1017 - Bamboo Clothing is amazingly soft and fashionable - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rubel ZamanWhile the original purpose for bamboo fibres used for clothing was allotted only to the making of corsets and bustles, improvements in the manufacturing processes involved have enabled bamboo to be used extensively for everything from baby blankets, booties, and nappies to men's and women's ...
Views: 1002 - Baby clothes make great gifts for showers and birthdays - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rubel ZamanWhen you work in a large office and someone announces they are going to have a baby everyone celebrates and congratulates the new mom to be. Soon there will be baby showers and plenty of gifts for the newborn. Among the most popular and appreciated gifts are toys such as rattles, mobiles, and ...
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